
What we’re about
Home of Mid-Week Crisis and Sunday Drinks - we're a group of friends organizing events where the only goals are to hang out, have good conversations, and make friends!
Our group and events are open to anyone, but our ambition is to be a place for immigrants who are committed to Amsterdam for the long-term, and locals who want to meet new people. When we first moved to Amsterdam, we were looking for smaller, more intimate meetups with more regulars, and decided to create our own group for exactly that.
We aim to create a close-knit and welcoming environment where you feel at home immediately, and are always looking forward to the next event - and would love your feedback if that was not the case!
We have a zero tolerate policy for sexism, racism, homophobia, harassment and creepy/inappropriate behavior. Our meetups are NOT singles/dating events. If you notice any behavior at our events that make you or anyone else uncomfortable, please do not hesitate to reach out to the organizers - we can only act on it if we know about it!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Midweek Crisis Drinks 🍹 Meet Fellow Expats & Make Friends (De Pijp)Gloria's (de Tulp), Amsterdam
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This time we're back to one of our classic locations!
Join us at Gloria's (formerly known as De Tulp), one of the coolest venues in the heart of De Pijp for an evening of fun - just walk in, get a drink, meet fellow expats and make new international friends! We have a dedicated area of the bar just for us.
The venue offers good (and reasonably priced) drinks and snacks, but you can also get a proper dinner if you want.
See you all there!
WHO ARE WE
We're a group of locals and immigrants/expats intending to stay in Amsterdam long-term. We keep the number of attendees low to create a more intimate atmosphere.
We aim to create a small, close-knit, and welcoming environment where it's easy to make friends / good conversation, and you're always looking forward to the next event. As such, we do not tolerate any sexism, racism, homophobia, harassment or creepy/inappropriate behavior at our events.
RSVP POLICY
Please only RSVP if you are sure you can come. If you have signed up for the event but can't make it, please set yourself to "Not Going" by editing your RSVP. If you are listed as Going and then don't show multiple times, you may be removed from the group.
If the event is already at full capacity, you will be put on the waitlist. You may be picked from the waitlist if more spots open up, so keep an eye on your Meetup notifications.
Please remember that the waitlist exists for a reason. If you're on the waitlist, please don't show up unannounced. Thank you!
- XXL picnic in Noorderpark!Noorderpark, Amsterdam
NOTE: We will keep a close eye on the weather forecast, and may postpone if there's a large chance of rain!
In the summer months, several meetup groups in Amsterdam come together to bring everyone together for picnics in the park. Meet old friends and make new ones alike.
This time we'll visit Noorderpark in Amsterdam Noord! You can get there by bike (there's a free ferry from central station) or metro (line 52). The exact location of the picnic will be announced later - we will share a Google Maps link, and a picture or two on this meetup event page to help you find your way.
You should bring (at your own risk, keep an eye on your belongings):
- Food and drinks for yourself - of course, if you bring enough to share with others, you do gain karma points
- Whatever you need to make yourself comfortable; a blanket, foldable chair, layers of clothing...
- Entertainment for yourself or others; games, bluetooth speakers, musical instruments...
What to expect from the event:
- Check out photos from the previous event here.
- There are usually a total of 60-90 people at the event, with lots of groups mingling.
- We officially start at 15:00, but lots of people are "fashionably late", so don't worry about being exactly on time. However, you will get kudos and points from the organizers if you are 😁
- Organizers will be there and can help you if you're having a specific issue, but meetups are ultimately just an opportunity to meet fellow meetup community members and make friends. Put yourself out there and make the best of it yourself!
Consider checking out other events related to the picnic:
As always, reach out to any of the organizers is you are the victim of or notice any inappropriate behavior, including but not limited to: Sexual harassment, racism, sexism, homophobia. Our events have a zero tolerance policy for inappropriate behavior, but we can only act on it if we know about it.